August weather forecast
Alto de La Encantada, Panama

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Alto de La Encantada, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 25°C (77°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

Alto de La Encantada's average high-temperature in August is a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 28.4°C (83.1°F) of July. Alto de La Encantada, during the nights of August, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still warm 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In Alto de La Encantada, during August, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of precipitation. In Alto de La Encantada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 292.6 days and collects up to 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

In Alto de La Encantada, the average sunshine in August is 7.1h.

UV index

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.